Feb 4 – Stringbean Blues featuring Bernard Purdie in 2nd Annual Bradley Beach Jazz Festival 2026 at Pagano’s
February 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
Jazz Fans! We are back!!! Feel the legacy and celebrate the community.
Welcome to the 2nd Annual 2026 Bradley Beach Jazz Festival produced by Bradley Beach Tourism. Secure your tickets now,
Free Weekday Performances
Feb 4, 2025 Wednesday 6 – 9 PM Stringbean Blues featuring Bernard Purdie at Pagano’s Bradley Beach
Get ready for a night where blues grit meets jazz sophistication as Stringbean Blues takes the stage with the legendary Bernard “Pretty” Purdie at Pagano’s in Bradley Beach, NJ. Known for their soulful blend of blues, groove, and roots‑driven improvisation, Stringbean Blues creates the perfect canvas for Purdie’s unmistakable rhythm and world‑renowned pocket. This rare collaboration brings together one of the most recorded drummers in history with a band celebrated for its raw energy and musical storytelling — promising an evening of deep grooves, fiery solos, and pure, unfiltered musical joy.
Come experience the groove, the swing, and the soul as Bernard “Pretty” Purdie—the world’s most recorded drummer and a true architect of modern rhythm—brings his iconic sound to the shore. With a career spanning more than six decades and credits alongside Aretha Franklin, Steely Dan, James Brown, and countless others, Purdie’s unmistakable pocket has shaped the soundtrack of American music. On this special night in Bradley Beach, audiences will witness the master in his element: delivering deep grooves, razor‑sharp precision, and that signature Purdie Shuffle that has influenced generations of drummers worldwide. This is more than a concert — it’s a living history lesson, a celebration of soul and swing, and a rare opportunity to feel the heartbeat of a legend up close in an intimate coastal setting. When Bernard Purdie takes the stage, every beat tells a story, and you’ll want to be there for every moment.
Free admission, no cover—just pure jazz magic. Great music, great atmosphere, great people. Spread the word, invite your friends, and let’s make Bradley Beach swing!
2026 Bradley Beach Jazz Festival
These free events kick off the 2026 Bradley Beach Jazz festival and amps excitement up for the ticketed Main Stage events on 2/6 and 2/7 at @bbesbreakers.
Dive into the groove. Feel the legacy. Celebrate the community. Welcome to the 2nd Annual Bradley Beach Jazz Festival 2026 Secure your tickets now.
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